Aquacraft: Rio 51 RC RTR Gas Vee Racing Boat Overview

fastie — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 10:00:00 -0500

AquaCraft Rio 51 RC Gas Boat

The exciting AquaCraft Rio 51 is an “enormous” RC gas boat with an overall length of 57 inches. This RC model is a ready-to-run (RTR) and comes complete with 28 cc gas engine and a 2 channel FM radio. The design of the this boat includes many performance features with the included GrimRacer performance parts. Also, this model is available three color schemes - blue, yellow and red. Ready to make a big splash at the local pond, this boat has what it takes.

Includes a performance GrimRacer prop

Highlights of the Aquacraft Rio 51

The Aquacraft Rio 51 R/C RTR Gas Vee Racing Boat is a larger size RC boat ready to demonstrate some exciting performance. The complete system includes the Rio 51 boat with all electronics including a high-torque rudder servo, a 28 cc Fuji-Imvac gas engine, and a 2 channel FM radio. The features of this boat include a GrimRacer Cu-Be-Ti metal propellor, CNC-machined aluminum turn fins, GrimRacer stainless steel trim plates, a black anodized CNC-machined aluminum surface drive system and a water pick-up tube for cooling the engine and exhaust header. The included marine gas engine uses regular gasoline and 2-cycle oil and includes a recoil starter so no special equipment is needed to operate. See the specifications below for some accessories needed for the model.

Showing scale of this larger RC Boat

Model Specifications

Hull Length: 51.5 in (130 cm)
Overall Length: 57 in (145 cm)
Width: 13.5 in (34 cm)
Height (including rudder): 13 in (33 cm)
Weight: 13.75 lb (6.4 kg)
Fuel Capacity: 26 oz (768 cc)
Run Time: Approx. 30 minutes per tank
Engine: Fuji-Imvac 28 cc gas marine engine (included)
Radio: Tactic 2-channel FM radio w/high-torque rudder servo (included)
Requires: Standard gasoline, 2-cycle oil, AquaCraft cable oil (AQUB9550), 12 “AA” batteries

For more information, checkout the AquaCraft website.